TCL 501 Deals - February 2026
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About the TCL 501
The TCL 501 sits at the very bottom of the smartphone market, and it embraces that position honestly. Available for as little as 29 pounds on some UK networks, it is designed for people who need a basic smartphone without pretence of competing with mid-range devices. Android 14 Go edition keeps the experience lean and responsive on just 2GB of RAM and the MediaTek Helio G36 processor, ensuring core apps like WhatsApp, YouTube, and web browsing run without major complaints. The 6.0-inch display is compact and easy to handle, though its 540 x 1092 resolution is noticeably soft compared to modern screens. The 5MP rear camera and 2MP selfie camera are bare minimum offerings suited for quick snaps rather than serious photography. At 3,000mAh, the battery is modest and will need daily charging with anything beyond light use. Where the TCL 501 earns its place is as a first phone for children, a backup device, a handset for elderly relatives who want simple smartphone access, or a temporary phone while your main device is being repaired. It does not try to be more than it is, and at its price, it does not need to.